Fall is rolling in, and with the changing weather, movies are a great activity, especially the ones with a comforting fall vibe. Here are some famous fall and Halloween classics and some nostalgic hits that would be great to watch during the autumn season!
For many, fall is not complete without a nostalgic Halloween watch. Hocus Pocus is a classic about three witches resurrected In Salem that is funny and full of Halloween charm. Tim Burton Films like The Nightmare Before Christmas, which blends Halloween and Christmas into one, are loved by many due to the nostalgia that Burton’s unique and creepy stop-motion style brings. Corpse Bride is another loved stop-motion film by Tim Burton that tells a story about love and death, with the same creepy style that is fitting for fall.
If you are in the mood for a scare, though, there are plenty of classics and new options to watch. John Carpenter’s Halloween introduced audiences to Michael Myers, who is a masked killer who brought terror to a calm suburban town. Its suspenseful pace set the standard for slasher films that followed. More recent horror films build on that same idea with more unique themes, like supernatural hauntings and psychological thrillers. Whether you like the creeping tension of the classics or the shock of modern horror movies, these movies give you the thrill of being scared, which is the perfect way to enjoy the Halloween season.
Not every fall movie needs witches or masked killers. Some of the most fitting seasonal films are the ones that focus on atmosphere and reflection. When Harry Met Sally is a romantic comedy that follows two friends over the course of years, figuring out if men and women can truly just be friends. The story is funny and heartfelt, but what makes it a fall staple is its iconic scenes in New York City. The park benches under yellow trees, crisp walks through Central Park and the cozy sweaters the characters wear give us that cozy fall feeling while watching. Another great option is Good Will Hunting, which takes place in Boston and tells the story of a troubled math prodigy who is working through his past with the help of a therapist. It’s a heartwarming and serious movie with a fall backdrop of New England streets and college campuses that make it fit the season perfectly. These films are less about Halloween scares and more about comfort, and they would pair perfectly with a calm autumn evening.
Everyone has their own way of celebrating fall, but movies are one of the easiest traditions to keep up with. The autumn season makes us want to find comfort in the changing weather and picturesque scenery. So, whether you want a scare, a laugh, or a comforting classic, these movies are great options that tap into the fall vibes and make for a memorable season.